EHS Advisor

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen is seeking an experienced EHS Advisor for its Wrexham site to champion health, safety and environmental standards across operations. The role focuses on ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement and fostering a proactive safety culture in a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Join a Great Place to Work certified site investing in safety, with ongoing expansion and a commitment to excellence and innovation in neuroscience and related fields.

Qualifications

• Experience in an EHS advisory role on a manufacturing site.
• NEBOSH certification.
• Ability to communicate and influence across all levels.
• Accountable, attentive to detail and a natural problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on Environmental, Health & Safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees at all levels.
• Monitor and report on EHS performance, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate standards.
• Lead incident investigations and support root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with management and teams to promote a proactive safety culture.

Skills

EHS advisory experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

NEBOSH certified

Job description

About Ipsen

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavour every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society! For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive! We’re seeking an experienced and proactive EHS Advisor to champion health, safety, and environmental standards across our operations. In this role, you’ll ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on Environmental, Health & Safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees at all levels.
• Monitor and report on EHS performance, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate standards.
• Lead incident investigations and support root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with management and teams to promote a proactive safety culture.

Knowledge, skills & experience

• Experience in an EHS advisory role on a manufacturing site, ideally pharmaceutical manufacturing
• NEBOSH certified
• Ability to communicate and influence across all levels
• Accountable, attentive to detail and a natural problem-solver

Benefits

• We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. At Ipsen, each employee makes a real impact. Our teams are passionate about what they do because they care about making a difference in patients’ lives. We invest in our employees to support life-changing projects that create positive impact for patients and society. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.